Traffic Signals & ITS Engineer I: Corridor Design

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Candler (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Traffic Engineer to design traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS interconnections. The role blends electrical, civil, and systems engineering and involves field work and cost estimation for project delivery.

You will work with clients across the southeastern US, applying ABET-trained engineering principles, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to meet schedules and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, systems, or civil engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 5–10 years' experience in the specialized discipline.
• Active PE license required for civil candidates; EIT acceptable if NC/SC PE license can be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Traffic signal and roadway lighting design, including CAD and field work.
• ITS, signal interconnection, and emerging traffic technology design.
• Signal timing at a corridor level, with field-based tuning.
• Support of traffic safety projects and other Smart Mobility projects.
• Signal cabinet wiring and signal controller programming.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints and other data to plan projects/tasks.
• Prepare and compile construction plans, specifications and estimates.
• Attend meetings with clients and assist taking meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and ensure integration into the project and design.
• Quality review of project design per the Project Management Plan.

Skills

Traffic engineering

CAD

Communication

Driver's license

Motor Vehicle screening

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

EIT certification

Tools

Discipline-specific design software

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Traffic Engineer to design traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS interconnections. The role blends electrical, civil, and systems engineering and involves field work and cost estimation for project delivery.

You will work with clients across the southeastern US, applying ABET-trained engineering principles, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to meet schedules and standards.